Shadow Empire

Chapter 524 True Director Blue [666+5]
After the mayor read today's newspaper in the morning, he did not touch the half-eaten breakfast. He just sat blankly on the chair in the dining room, looking at the blue sky and the distance outside the floor-to-ceiling window in the living room.

He had been like this for quite some time, probably almost an hour.

The secretary felt that he was thinking or something and did not disturb him.

It was almost nine o'clock when a sigh was heard. The mayor stretched his body and left the restaurant with the newspaper.

The newspapers have mentioned the matter of garrisoning in Jingang City. They have mentioned it before, but when they mentioned it before, they used a "speculation" tone.

Something like "If the Dentra Republic continues to harass our freighters, where should we deploy our navy to show our resistance and protest against these persecutions?"

The report mentioned some places, including Jingang City, which seems like a guess as to what place the Ministry of National Defense would choose.

This time, they were already discussing the positive and negative impacts that would come from stationing troops in Jingang City on international issues.

The secretary brought him hot coffee with plenty of milk, which tasted very smooth.

In the past, he didn't need to add milk or sugar to his coffee. The purest coffee was enough.

But now, he didn't need to think so much about what to do next, so he added milk and a little sugar to his coffee.

This can make him less excited and easily feel tired, often taking a nap in the afternoon.

Sugar can easily make people tired. Capitalists will not tell people how terrible "sugar" is to people. After all, the profit margins of these things are very considerable.

When the secretary put down the coffee cup, he saw the newspaper and asked, "What's wrong with this news?"

The mayor's eyes fell on the newspaper again. He did not directly answer the secretary's question, "Do you think it would be good or bad for the city if there were troops stationed in the city?"

The secretary thought seriously for a moment and replied, "I don't know. I've heard a lot of negative rumors about federal soldiers."

"They could make a mess here, too."

"But it's possible that it won't be like that because rumors are just rumors."

The mayor shook his head. "If you want to go further, you must put yourself in a higher position. This does not mean that you should be blindly arrogant, but that you should think about the chess pieces on the entire chessboard in a more comprehensive way."

"At least tens of thousands of soldiers will be stationed there. Regardless of where they are stationed, these tens of thousands of soldiers need to consume, and they also have the spending power."

"This means that Jingang City will have tens of thousands more consumers, but the city will not have to bear the burden of their jobs."

"Even if each person spends only 10 yuan per month on consumption, it can increase the city's operating income by hundreds of thousands."

"You think it's too little?" He saw that the secretary didn't seem to be that sensitive to the number, so he shook his head and said, "This can at least provide thousands of jobs for the city, and it is possible that thousands of families will get a stable income because of their arrival."

"The military's spending is not just on the soldiers' personal consumption. They need a stable source of food, they need to build bases, and they have many places that need workers."

"Both the state government and Congress hope that the city government with troops stationed there will be more stable, and they will slightly increase the power of the mayor."

"On the one hand, it is used to check and balance the military and prevent them from doing whatever they want. On the other hand, it is also to allow the city to better serve the military."

The secretary's eyes lit up. "Does this mean that Congress will give you more opportunities and power?"

The mayor shook his head. "It would be great if it could be implemented in the second half of the year. If they can do it earlier, there might be a chance."

"I don't believe in fate or anything like that. I think people are their own destiny. Every choice I make is not guided by fate, but my own choice."

“But sometimes, you have to believe it.”

He paused, his tone still somewhat unwilling, and he was also a little jealous of the "Mayor Williams" who was about to take office.

Good luck guys.

He had to admit it.

The garrison will bring greater changes to the city, more stable rule, more job opportunities and income, and the mayor's power will become greater as long as it does not infringe on the interests of the military.

You can even use this as an intermediary to establish contact with the military.

Although the Federation's military is not as strong as other countries' militaries, you would be wrong if you think they are weak.

While they were talking, the doorbell rang. The secretary made a simple gesture and walked towards the entrance.

"It's Lance, do you want him to come in?"

This is the mayor's residence, and he hasn't gone to the city hall yet.

The mayor did not refuse, "Let him in."

Soon Lance came in with the somewhat uneasy Blue. The moment he saw the mayor, Lance smiled and walked over quickly.

The mayor looked at him for a moment, then stood up, took the hand he extended and shook it.

He then looked at Blue who was beside Lance, "Who is this?"

"This is the chief of the Forest Police Department, Mr. Blue." "Chief Blue, do I need to introduce this person?"

Director Blue quickly stretched out his hands, shook the mayor's hands, and bent down to greet him.

He was very measured and enthusiastic, but not irrational. He said a few words of admiration for the mayor, then let go and stepped back to Lance's side.

After the secretary brought the coffee, he stood in the corner and provided service to these people anytime and anywhere.

"I made this unwarranted visit because I heard some shocking news."

The mayor brought the coffee and glanced at Lance, motioning him to continue, while taking a sip of his own coffee.

Coffee with a lot of milk tastes very smooth. The taste of coffee will not cover the taste of milk, and at the same time, the taste of milk will not cover the taste of coffee. This can form a very unique flavor, a delicious flavor.

The astringent feeling is replaced by smoothness. No wonder federal people like to add coffee to milk. It makes sense.

"Chief Hunter of the City Police Department had an accident and I'm afraid he can no longer lead the police force in Jingang City."

"The series of cases that have occurred in the city recently are too terrible. The safety of the people is threatened. At this critical moment, we must elect a successor as soon as possible to stabilize the city's security."

Lance said with a smile, "Chief Blue is an old policeman. He graduated from a professional police school and has rich professional knowledge. He has participated in the investigation of many cases and has also taken the position of branch chief."

"He has extensive work experience and investigative skills, and has his own ideas about the personnel arrangements of the police force. He is fully qualified for the position of police chief."

"I believe that under your wise leadership, Mayor, and under the loyal protection of Chief Blue, the people of Jingang City will be able to enjoy a stable and peaceful life!"

Seeing Lance telling lies with his eyes wide open, the mayor had an urge to laugh.

The guy in front of him is one of the largest gangs in Jingang City at the moment. He keeps talking about stability and people. What's more, he even recommended the position of police chief. This is too absurd and funny.

It’s very federal, though.

Look at who is in the president’s cabinet?

Look at who's in Congress.

Finally, take a look at who is in state government.

Then it doesn't seem so funny or absurd that a gang leader would recommend someone to be the police chief.

Because those are more bizarre than this!

The mayor's eyes shifted to Blue, but he didn't agree immediately. "Charlie has served in the police force for many years, and most people in the Golden Harbor City police force have a good relationship with him."

“I have served the city for almost eight years and have always relied on his ability to do his job.”

"He nominated Hunter, and the city's public safety has improved significantly since he became the commissioner compared to when he was not the commissioner."

"The city's public security problems have always relied on him (Charlie) or he has provided some solutions."

"If we announce this result rashly, will he have some emotions?"

"He has served the police force all his life, and even now as a city councillor, he still often deals with police issues."

The mayor seemed to be talking and analyzing, but in fact he was proposing his own deal. "If he thinks the new candidate doesn't meet his expectations, we will lose face and be in a passive position if a fight breaks out."

Lance held the coffee to his lips, but didn't drink it yet, and said with a smile, "Then just tell him to shut up."

As he spoke, he turned the angle of the coffee cup slightly and took a sip. It was a bit sweet and he didn't like it very much.

The mayor's mouth curled up slightly. Charlie was also a guy he hated. On the surface, he respected him very much and always said "yes" or "OK" to everything he said. He never refuted him, but he never did anything he asked.

This also made him deeply realize that Charlie was the Bay Area's running dog, not his running dog, who could only disgust him and bite him, but would not help him.

He has nothing to worry about now. Don't you want the position of police chief?

It's very simple. For him, it's just an executive order. He doesn't even need to report to the state government. He can make the appointment directly.

But it's just such a position. If you want it, just use Charlie in exchange.

Lance's statement made him very satisfied. He had been annoyed with that lackey for a long time. Now that he could get rid of that lackey without taking any responsibility, he felt relieved.

But sometimes politicians need to show some reserve. “Will this be a bad idea? Will others think I don’t respect the senior members of the police force?”

Lance put down his coffee cup and turned to look at Blue. Blue had roughly understood what was said. He gritted his teeth and said, "Only living people need to be respected. For the dead, we usually just remember them!"

The mayor raised an eyebrow and said, "I don't know what you are talking about, but I think you should be able to manage the city's security issues."

"I should have official news coming to me soon, so we'll have to wait a little longer, but it won't be too long."

"Be prepared, Chief Blue."

(End of this chapter)